Xabi Alonso Expected to Leave Bayer Leverkusen

Bayer Leverkusen is bracing for the potential departure of their successful coach, Xabi Alonso, who led the team to an unbeaten Bundesliga title last season and also won the DFB-Pokal. Despite turning down an offer to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, Alonso is expected to leave Leverkusen next summer, with Manchester City and Real Madrid showing significant interest in hiring him. His contract runs until 2026, but the allure of elite clubs may prompt a change. Leverkusen is already considering successors, with Stuttgart's Sebastian Hoeness and national team assistant Sandro Wagner as frontrunners. Currently, Leverkusen is fourth in the Bundesliga, just three points behind Bayern Munich. Alonso's departure could mark a pivotal transition for the club, which is aiming to continue its success in the league and Europe.